United Group Hunan University Partner on Smart Logistics Training

United Group Hunan University Partner on Smart Logistics Training

Lianyu Group and Hunan International Economics University are jointly building a university-enterprise cooperation base to create a new model for smart logistics talent cultivation. This will be achieved through proactive talent development, promotion of industry-academia integration, and construction of talent pipelines. The two parties will engage in in-depth cooperation focusing on "enterprise entering the classroom and students entering projects," realizing resource sharing and jointly building a highland for smart logistics talent. The goal is to deliver high-quality talents to the industry.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Global Customs Groups Boost Collaboration at Annual Meeting

Global Customs Groups Boost Collaboration at Annual Meeting

The Customs Representatives Association's online annual meeting celebrated its reconstruction. The Secretary-General of the World Customs Organization congratulated the association and emphasized the importance of cooperation. The meeting adopted measures to optimize the organization, improve services, and expand international cooperation. These efforts aim to strengthen the association's role in facilitating international trade and promoting effective customs practices worldwide. The focus was on building a more robust and responsive organization to meet the evolving challenges of the global trade landscape and foster stronger partnerships among customs administrations.

Colombia Adopts Mexican Expertise to Modernize Customs Risk Management

Colombia Adopts Mexican Expertise to Modernize Customs Risk Management

In May 2021, Mexico shared its customs risk management expertise with Colombia, aiming to help Colombia improve clearance efficiency and achieve more effective trade regulation. This customs cooperation initiative facilitated knowledge transfer and best practices, enabling Colombia to strengthen its risk assessment capabilities. By leveraging Mexico's experience, Colombia can enhance its ability to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with cross-border trade, ultimately leading to streamlined processes and improved security. The collaboration underscores the importance of international cooperation in fostering secure and efficient global trade.

East Africa Boosts Trade with Regional Audit Collaboration

East Africa Boosts Trade with Regional Audit Collaboration

With the support of the WCO/JICA joint project, the tax authorities of the five East African countries launched a senior trainer program for Post Clearance Audit (PCA) to enhance regional PCA capabilities and promote trade facilitation. By establishing a network of experts, improving training capabilities, and developing cooperation plans, customs administrations in East Africa will strengthen cooperation, address challenges, and contribute to regional economic development. The initiative aims to build a sustainable framework for PCA expertise and collaboration within the East African Community.

Central America Advances Customs Modernization Via Publicprivate Partnerships

Central America Advances Customs Modernization Via Publicprivate Partnerships

A seminar on customs modernization and border management cooperation in Central America was held in Chile, emphasizing the crucial role of public-private partnerships in promoting trade facilitation and economic development. Participants shared experiences, discussed challenges, and expressed confidence in future collaboration. The World Customs Organization highlighted the importance of risk management and the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program. New member countries also expressed a strong desire to continue advancing relevant cooperation. The event underscored the commitment to modernizing customs procedures and enhancing regional trade efficiency.

WCO Streamlines Regional Structure to Improve Global Trade

WCO Streamlines Regional Structure to Improve Global Trade

The WCO's regional architecture plays a crucial role in global trade facilitation. The 2017 conference highlighted its role in supporting the WCO's strategic plan and implementing the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement. The conference assessed the effectiveness of regional strategic plans and donor conferences, deciding to further optimize best practice guides and enhance the use of digital platforms. This aims to improve global customs capacity building and promote trade development.

Agile Supply Chains Key to Market Dominance

Agile Supply Chains Key to Market Dominance

This paper delves into building an agile supply chain, emphasizing proactive strategic planning and meticulous operational control. By leveraging strategic approaches like supplier selection, product strategy, and inventory optimization, alongside operational measures like demand sensing, information connectivity, and decision support, companies can create an agile supply chain capable of rapidly perceiving changes and responding to demands. This ultimately allows them to gain a competitive edge in a fierce market environment.

Flexport Founder Returns As CEO Amid Strategy Overhaul

Flexport Founder Returns As CEO Amid Strategy Overhaul

Flexport CEO Dave Clark's departure and founder Ryan Petersen's return signal a strategic shift, refocusing on core freight forwarding. This change reflects the company's strategic choice to prioritize growth amidst economic challenges. Flexport will face intense market competition and uncertainty moving forward. The move aims to streamline operations and reaffirm Flexport's position in the logistics industry by concentrating on its foundational services and leveraging Petersen's expertise in that area.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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CBRE Highlights Untapped Industrial Logistics Real Estate Potential

CBRE Highlights Untapped Industrial Logistics Real Estate Potential

A CBRE report highlights the potential of 14 strategic industrial and logistics real estate markets in the US. These markets exhibit high demand exceeding supply, rising rents, and boast superior infrastructure and labor forces. Strategic markets offer investors higher yields and diversification opportunities, but thorough due diligence of the local economic environment is crucial. Investors can find opportunities in these markets, but should also be aware of the local economy.

Trisolaran Civilization Targets Australia in threebody Problem

Trisolaran Civilization Targets Australia in threebody Problem

This paper delves into the reasons behind the Trisolaran civilization's decision to exile humanity to Australia in Liu Cixin's science fiction novel, *The Three-Body Problem*. It examines the Trisolarans' survival dilemma, Australia's strategic value, human management strategies, educational and cultural control, and the continuation of civilization. Through these perspectives, the analysis reveals the complex considerations and profound strategic intentions underlying the Trisolarans' choice of Australia as a destination for humanity.